Xbox 360 s series upgrade#
Yes, the Series S has fewer teraflops than the Xbox One X (four compared to six), but teraflops are no longer the defining factor in how GPU power is determined.įor Xbox One owners looking to upgrade without breaking the bank, the Xbox Series S is a great option, if you can accept what it's been designed to achieve. Looking at the internals of the system, the Xbox Series S separates itself from the One X with its vastly more powerful CPU and more technically capable GPU, courtesy of AMD's RDNA 2 architecture which enables cutting-edge features like ray tracing.
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It's easy, then, to think that the Xbox Series S is a step back – however, it's capable of a lot more than Microsoft's aging Xbox One X, even if it doesn't always beat it in terms of resolution. The Xbox One X was able to deliver games like Forza Motorsport 7 at 4K/60fps, and is still capable of some sumptuous visuals. If you own an Xbox One X, the drop to 1440p from native 4K can be noticeable. This lower resolution is a firm favorite in the PC gaming space due to the superior image quality it provides over 1080p, and lower amount of graphical grunt it requires from developers to achieve, which has allowed Microsoft to create a lower-spec machine that still boasts next-gen features. The other factor that may deter people from buying Microsoft's more affordable Xbox is the fact that outputs at 1440p for gaming. But, while features such as Quick Resume, Smart Delivery and backwards compatibility give it that extra boost, it's hard to deny that it’s lacking in key areas, notably significant UI improvements and captivating exclusive launch titles.
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The Xbox Series X utilizes its powerful specs to significantly reduce load times and increase overall game performance and visual fidelity.